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) Glottis is covered by epiglottis |
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Answer» Answer: Glottis is covered by a small cartilaginous FLAP of skin called EPIGLOTTIS. This prevents the ENTRY of food particles into wind pipe while swallowing. If the food enters the wind pipe, it CAUSES choking and may even result in death of the PERSON. |
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